NOAC 2020

AUGUST 1 - 8, 2020
MICHIGAN STATE UNIVERSITY

For those of you who have never attended NOAC, it is the premier event of the Order of the Arrow and is Scouting's second-largest national event after the Jamboree.  Our Lodge historically brings one of the largest contingents to NOAC.  In 2020, several thousand Arrowmen from across our nation are expected to gather at Michigan State University in East Lansing, MI, from August 3 through August 7.  

At NOAC, you will gain a deeper understanding of what it means to “live” the words of the Scout Oath and Law each day; a renewed spirit, pride, and enthusiasm for Scouting and the Order of the Arrow; new ideas and new training to better serve Scouting at all levels; enhanced leadership skills for carrying out our Lodge’s work; new friendships with Arrowmen from across the country; and memories which will truly last a lifetime.  You will participate in a wide variety of spirited OA shows, sporting competitions, ceremonial training and competitions, camping and high-adventure promotions and training, patch trading like you’ve never seen before, and much, much more.

Additional details:

1. Cost: $1100 for Adults, $950 for Youth; Preference is check; add 3% premium for credit card.  The payment schedule is as follows:

• $100 due Dec 31, 2019
• $200 due Jan 15, 2020
• $200 due Feb 15, 2020
• $200 due Mar 15, 2020
• $200 due Apr 15, 2020
• $200 for Adults, $50 for Youth due May 15, 2020 (maybe adjusted due to actual costs)

2. Departure Date: August 1, 2020; Overnight Aug 1, 2, Cedar Point in Sandusky, OH, Arrive Michigan State Aug 3; Return to Camp Snyder August 8

3. Contingent Meetings: 

• April 19--Spring Fellowship, Camp Snyder
• July 11--Fairfax Presbyterian Church

4. Advisors:     Melanie Anthony
                       Jim Ashe

Have your BSA ID number and your OALM number handy.